Access Control Systems
Secure, compliant access control for commercial premises across London and the South East. Life safety first—designed to integrate with fire alarm systems and ensure safe egress at all times.
What We Do
We design, install, modify and maintain access control systems that balance security with life safety. Every system is configured to ensure safe egress during emergencies and seamless integration with fire alarm systems.
Design & Installation
- Site surveys and risk-based design
- New system installations (standalone or networked)
- Card/fob/biometric/mobile credentials
Fire Alarm Integration
- Automatic door release on fire alarm activation
- Fail-safe operation for safe egress
- Emergency egress compliance advice
Hardware & Upgrades
- Door hardware supply and fitting
- System upgrades and expansions
- Power supply and battery backup
Maintenance & Support
- Planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
- Fault diagnosis and repairs
- User permissions and audit trails
Typical Environments
We work across a wide range of commercial and institutional premises in London and the South East:
Legal Requirements & Compliance
Access control systems must never compromise life safety. We ensure your system complies with all relevant regulations and standards.
Fire Safety Order 2005
Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, emergency exits and escape routes must be available for use at all times when the building is occupied.
- Doors must open without key/card in direction of escape
- Break-glass units for emergency override
- Request-to-exit (REX) devices on egress side
- Automatic door release on fire alarm activation
British Standards & Data Protection
We design and install systems in line with recognized standards and data protection requirements.
- BS 7273-4 – Door release mechanisms
- Building Regulations Approved Document B – Means of escape
- Equality Act 2010 – Accessible egress for all
- UK GDPR & Data Protection Act – Audit trail compliance
Maintenance, Testing & System Integrity
Regular maintenance is essential to ensure your access control system remains secure, reliable and compliant with life safety requirements.
Door Hardware & Locking
- Electric locks, strikes and maglocks tested
- Door alignment and closer adjustment
- REX devices tested for reliable egress
- Break-glass units inspected
- Door position switches verified
Controllers & Readers
- Controller firmware and software updates
- Reader functionality and credential validation
- Network connectivity checks
- Event logging verification
- Time synchronisation across devices
Fire Alarm Integration
- Simulate fire alarm activation
- Verify automatic door release
- Check monitored inputs and fault reporting
- Confirm fail-safe operation
- Document test results
Common Issues We Fix
Access control systems can develop faults over time. We diagnose and resolve issues quickly to restore security and ensure safe egress.
Integration fault, wiring issue or controller configuration error
Reader failure, wiring fault, controller communication loss
Lock mechanism fault, power supply issue, door misalignment
PIR sensor fault, push pad failure, wiring or configuration issue
Network fault, controller failure, software/firmware issue
Flat or failed batteries, PSU fault, charging circuit issue
How We Work
Our structured approach ensures your access control system is designed, installed and maintained to the highest standards.
Site Survey
We visit your premises to understand your security needs, identify doors requiring access control, assess fire alarm integration requirements and discuss life safety considerations.
Scope & Quotation
We provide a detailed scope of works and fixed-price quotation covering equipment, installation, commissioning, documentation and handover. No hidden costs.
Design (if required)
For larger or more complex systems, we produce a design document showing door schedules, controller locations, wiring routes and fire alarm integration points.
Installation / Modification
Our engineers install controllers, readers, locks and associated hardware. We coordinate with your fire alarm contractor to complete the integration.
Testing & Commissioning
We test every door, reader, lock and REX device. Fire alarm integration is tested to confirm automatic door release. All results are documented.
Handover & PPM
You receive full documentation and user training. We offer PPM contracts to keep your system compliant and reliable.
Ready to Secure Your Premises?
Get in touch for a free site survey and quotation. We design, install and maintain access control systems that balance security with life safety across London and the South East.
Serving London & South East (all London boroughs)